First iPod video recorder debuts
updated 05:40 pm EST, Fri January 6, 2006
iPod video recorder debuts
iPod users everywhere will soon be able to record television content and easily play it back on their TV. Advanced Technology Office (ATO) today introduced the first--and only--, the iSee 360i. Users can store their favorite shows and movies directly from TV, cable, satellite, DVR, or any other analog source on their iPod, and play that content back on any TV with an "analog in" connection at standard 640 X 480 TV resolution. Users can view previously-recorded video on the integrated high-quality 3.6-inch LCD screen, or on their TV: "With the iSee video recorder millions of iPod owners can add the power of video to their unit without having to purchase a new one," John C. Scott, ATO co-founder and former Apple executive said. "The iSee video recording capability also dramatically expands the universe of content playable on the iPod." [updated]
The iSee 360i is compatible with 30GB video iPods, but not 60GB models. The device works with most fourth-generation iPods, including the 20GB clickwheel model, the 20GB U2 edition, and the iPod mini with a required adapter. iSee 360i also works with both the 2GB and 4GB iPod nano, with a required adapter.
The iSee measures 6 x 3.2 x 1.1-inches and weighs in at six ounces. The gadget features a lightweight, portable design that when connected to an iPod provides the look and feel of a single, integrated unit. The iPod slides into place inside the back of the iSee video device, providing the user with a 91 percent larger viewing area than the video iPod without dramatically increasing the overall size.
iSee 360i features the COACH7 Zoran (ZRAN) chipset adapted for video applications, and is powered by a rechargeable replaceable 2200mAh battery that extends the life of the host iPod to four hours, nearly double the battery life of the iPod video.
How retarded
01/06, 06:59pm reply
Sounds great! Where can I get it? Beats the h*** out of me because the web site's store links say "coming soon."
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super_steak
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Re: how retarded
01/06, 07:12pm reply
Only in a literal sense. Expect it to show up at MacWorld Expo and be available afterwards. No, I have no insider knowledge; that's just the only thing that makes sense this time of year.
denim
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iSee Ya, I don't iHear y
01/06, 07:12pm reply
Cool! Now wheres the iHear? ( High Quality Stereo Recorder w/ XLR Inputs )..like the MARANTZ PMD 660 CF DIGITAL RECORDER
automorrow
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I don't get it....
01/06, 08:33pm reply
...it has its own screen, its own battery, and its own video playback chip.... so what is the iPod actually needed for at all? This sounds like a standalone gadget whose only "accessory" feature is that it can play video you've already got on the iPod.
mblase
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you don't get it
01/07, 12:58am reply
The iPod is only used as a storage medium for the recorder.
aristotles
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Typical..
01/07, 12:55pm reply
Yeah, no wonder the guy is a 'former' Apple exec. The iPod model that most would be intended for it, doesn't work with it -- the 60gb video model. How typical.
Furthermore, it really just uses the iPod as a glorified hard drive, and based on the compression, doesn't look like the stiff will be usable on the iPod, standalone.
Yawn!
ZinkDifferent
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Too expensive
01/08, 11:34am reply
Well, one of the coolest things about the iPod is the vast accessories available for it. I'm one of those " iPod is for Music" people anyways, but if I was going to use my iPod for video, I might consider this, unfortunately, I think they've priced themselves to fail. On their FAQ page at the end they list this thing for $250, I would have thought $150 to be the sweet spot. Yes it would add some capabilities the iPod Video doesn't even have, but at this level of video use I would think such users would have more suited equipment for the task this device has. I also did not see if it would play video content from the iTMS on their web page. $250, nuts!
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